Pattimura International Airport

WAPP / AMQ

Ambon, ID

Last Updated
Apr 23, 02:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 33 min ago
02:00Z

🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
31°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 26°C
5 kt
180°
10+ km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1009 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR WAPP 230200Z 18005KT 9999 SCT017 31/26 Q1009 NOSIG

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 33 ft
SCT 1,700 ft AGL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
1,700 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
1,733 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Pattimura International Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with scattered clouds at 1,700 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the south (180°) at 5 knots. Runway 22 is favored with a 4-knot headwind and 3-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: scattered at 1,700 ft.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 31°C (88°F) with a dewpoint of 26°C, indicating moderate moisture conditions. High temperatures at this elevation may result in significant density altitude effects. Pilots should calculate density altitude and adjust performance expectations accordingly.

Pilot Recommendations

Conditions are favorable for visual flight.

This briefing is generated from real-time METAR and TAF data. Always verify with official sources before flight.

QNH
1009 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
1008 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (33 ft)
Pressure Alt
161 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 2,089 ft (High - Reduced Performance)
ISA Deviation: +16.1°C

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Airport Runway Layout

N
APP
04
22 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 04/22
Active: 22
8,202 ft 148 ft ASP 45°
3.8 kt 3.2 kt
40° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - WAPP

10,115 observations | Sep 2025 - Apr 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
89.8%
MVFR
8.8%
IFR
1.1%
LIFR
0.4%

Pattimura International Airport enjoys predominantly VFR conditions, with visual flight rules prevailing 89.8% of the time. Prevailing winds are from the N averaging 5 knots. Temperature extremes range from 1°C to 36°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are October, December, January.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: N (0°)
Average Speed: 5 kt
Maximum Recorded: 30 kt
Calm Winds: 0.9%
Direction Distribution:
N
50.2%
NE
7%
E
2.7%
SE
2.6%
S
9.4%
SW
12.3%
W
3.9%
NW
11%

Temperature Range

Average: 27.6°C
Range: 1°C to 36°C
1°C 36°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 0%

Best Months for VFR

October December January

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 04/22
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 2.9 kt

Statistics computed from 10,115 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Apr 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Pattimura International Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: WAPP
IATA Code: AMQ
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 33 ft MSL

Location

City: Ambon
Country: ID
Latitude: -3.710260°
Longitude: 128.089005°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT-9

Runway Information

Runway 04/22
Length: 8,202 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

Nearby Airports

VFR MVFR IFR LIFR No Data

About Pattimura International Airport

Overview

Pattimura International Airport serves Ambon, Indonesia, situated at an elevation of 33 ft MSL. Located at coordinates -3.710260, 128.089005, this medium-sized airport provides critical aviation infrastructure for the Maluku Islands region. The airport features a single runway 04/22 measuring 8,202 feet with an asphalt surface.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at Pattimura are predominantly favorable for visual flight, with 88.7% of observations in VFR conditions. Temperatures consistently range between 1°C and 36°C, with an average of 27.4°C. Wind patterns are primarily from the north (0°) at an average speed of 5.3 knots, with occasional gusts up to 17 knots and rare calm periods.

Notable Features

The airport is positioned in a tropical maritime environment, typical of Indonesia's eastern archipelago. Its single runway orientation (04/22) allows for good wind alignment, with 100% favorable wind conditions observed. The low elevation and coastal location suggest potential for stable marine atmospheric conditions.

Approach Considerations

Runway 04/22 experiences an average crosswind of 3.1 knots, providing relatively straightforward landing and takeoff conditions. October through December represent the best months for VFR operations, with minimal meteorological disruptions. Pilots can expect consistent visibility averaging 10 statute miles and negligible fog interference.

Data Sources & Accuracy: Airport information sourced from OurAirports.com, a collaborative database of worldwide airport data. Weather data from official aviation weather services including NOAA Aviation Weather Center and international METAR/TAF providers. Information is updated regularly but pilots should always verify current conditions and NOTAMs through official channels before flight operations.

Official Data Sources

Weather NOAA Aviation Weather Center • International METAR/TAF Network
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NOTAMs FAA NOTAM System • ICAO NOTAM Distribution
Last updated: Jan 1, 1970 12:00 AM UTC

Disclaimer: Data is provided for informational purposes only. Pilots must verify all information through official sources before flight operations. Weather conditions change rapidly; always obtain a current briefing from approved weather services.